Rock climbing and bouldering gyms in Singapore

We’ve used and abused our running shoes and tried to head to the gym more times than we could count - but when those fitness sessions don’t work out, you know it’s time to try something new. If you're looking to burn fat and obtain that lean physique, then rock climbing or bouldering could be the answer to your dream bod prayers.

From augmented reality (AR) climbing walls, to transparent ones that’ll have you climbing face-to-face with your friends, and climbing gyms with free yoga classes, here are some rock climbing and bouldering gyms to check out.

1. Clip n’ Climb - DNA, Tetris, and Rubik’s cube wall

Perfect for the young and young at heart, each wall presents a different vertical challenge that will require a mixture of brain and brawn to conquer. The more outrageous ones look like strands of DNA and our favourite Tetris game.

You’ll also be able to switch up your parent-child bonding sesh with a little competition and take on their “glass” wall and climb face-to-face with your kiddo. Prices start from $18 for members, while non-members pay $25 for a 90-minute session. They also offer Laser Quest onsite at an additional cost.

2. Upside Boulders - cheapest bouldering gym with $14 day passes

Upside Boulders is a bouldering gym that’s probably one of Hougang's best-kept secrets. The bouldering space is pretty small, giving a cosy and intimate environment.

Prices here are the cheapest you'll find in SG at just $14 for adults and $12 for those aged 20 and below or children. They also have options for a multi-pass and season pass which you can check out here.

3. Onsight - biggest climbing gym in Singapore

Onsight is the biggest climbing gym in Singapore with over 10,000 sqft of space - that’s the size of about 10 4-room HDB flats! With more than 43 climbing lanes and 100 climbing routes, you could spend an entire day here and still not get bored.

They also offer climbing courses, coaching, training services and a small shop for climbing equipment and apparel. The price for single-entry starts at $20 for adults, $12 for children and $25 for an adult and child pair, which is pretty affordable.

Climb Central isn’t just a rock climbing gym in a shopping mall - it’s a great training ground for newbies who haven’t a clue about rock climbing. Each climbing lane has grips that are colour coded according to difficulty level, and friendly instructors will give you a 15-minute crash course on climbing before your session.

Both outlets are fitted with a bouldering wallImage credit: @climbcentral

Tickets are sold in the form of day passes, which will allow you to leave for lunch or a shopping break before you head back in to climb. Prices start from $22 for adults for a day pass without equipment, and students can make use of the Youth day pass which is priced at $28. Find out more here.

5. Kinetics Climbing - bouldering gym with frequently updated routes

Kinetics Climbing is a small bouldering gym tucked away in Serangoon, suitable for both beginners and those with experience. This gym regularly switches up its climbing routes so you can expect varied paths to explore every time you visit.

There’s also a top-rope wall and other courses available from experiential climbing to personal coaching. Day passes start from $12 for students and $17 for adults. There are also options for a multipass here.

6. Oyeyo Boulder Home - 180-degree bouldering wall

Oyeyo Boulder Home is a cosy bouldering gym with walls standing at 3m. It’s pretty small so there won’t be too many people - great if you’re a newbie who doesn’t want 100 people staring as you fall like a coconut from a tree. But if you’re a seasoned climber, go straight for their 180-degree climbing wall that’ll have you climbing like spiderman on steroids.

There’s a one-time registration fee of $10, and one-day entry pass is priced from $16 not inclusive of equipment. It’s located beside Owl’s Brew, a small bar which you can knock back with some drinks at after a good climb sesh.

They also have a massive 2-storey indoor bouldering gym if you just can't stand small bouldering spaces.

Those with a little more experience can try their chalky hands at the crack wall - a perfect middle ground for climbers who want to try something more challenging but just aren't ready for real cliffs.

You can also check out the abseiling and canopy walk onsite. Prices for SAFRA members start from $10.70, while non-members pay $16.10. Keep your eyes peeled for their special student promo and passion card privileges for cheaper entry.

Note: You’ll need a level 1 SNCS certification and be 7 years old or older to climb here

8. Climbers Laboratory - themed and augmented reality walls

Another AR climbing experience you can get is at Climbers Laboratory, which provides more challenging routes for adults. They definitely don’t compromise on the fun though, because you can expect to climb walls with quirky cartoon characters or lego bricks.

As for the augmented reality (AR) walls, you’ll be able to choose from different challenges that’ll have you scrambling to meet the game’s objective whilst racing against the clock. Purchase an all-day climbing pass for $22 and if you’re under 21 years old, it’ll cost you just $14.

9. Boulder Movement - bouldering gym in CBD area with class passes

We’re all too familiar with class passes that gives us access to fitness gyms. Now, Boulder Movement is joining the party and offering all-inclusive class passes for climbing courses. The best part? The gym is located in the CBD so you can zip over after work.

It also has a stationary workout area with hanging boards for finger strength training to target the muscles that are needed for climbing. Of course, you can always choose to climb at leisure and purchase an entry pass at $30, while a class pass to access the course costs $45.

10. The Cliff @ Snow City - rock climb + visit Snow City for just $30

If you’re dropping by Snow City, you might want to check out The Cliff @ Snow City, which offers 10 climbing lanes with various difficulty levels. Prices start at $30, and entry into the climbing gym includes snow play.

11. Boulder World - bouldering gym with yoga classes for that pre-climb stretch

Boulder World is the largest bouldering gym in Singapore measuring a staggering 7,000 sq ft in size. With over 100 routes for climbers of any level, the place is also big enough to host birthday parties.

Any seasoned climber knows that a good pre-stretch will give you the most productive climb. BoulderWorld offers classes like their 1-hour long Yin Yang Yoga to give you a good stretch that’ll prep you for your climb at an all-inclusive price of $22. Yes, that's a 1-hour yoga class and an all-day climbing pass for just $22.

12. Let ‘em Play - augmented reality climbing with game challenges

If you and your crew love a little competition and are always looking for new activities to partake in, then Let 'em Play will be your ultimate playground.The augmented reality (AR) climbing wall is the star of the show here, putting a futuristic spin on our usual ones.

It uses projected graphics to create games and challenges to compete with your friends - whoever grabs hold of the most climbing grips in a set amount of time wins!

Besides the AR climbing wall, there are 5 other walls for you to try out such as a giraffe- and tree-themed one. There’s also a two-storey high indoor high elements obstacle course that’s suitable for both kids and adults.

An all in package starts from $36 for adults and $30 for children. There are also ticket options for just the AR wall, which you can check out here.

13. Ground Up Climbing Gym - bouldering gym with an onsite cafe

Ground Up climbing gym is home to a bouldering wall and lead wall. It’s known for their professional coaches and their beginner taster session. Priced at $40/hour, their guided class is a great introduction to the climbing scene for first timers where you’ll be taught the proper climbing techniques and body conditioning exercises.

An entry pass here costs $15 for adults and $10 for youths without equipment. They also have an onsite cafe perfect for if you wanna fuel up before your session, or to lounge at while your kids scale the walls.

14. The Rock School - kid-friendly climbing gym with classes

The Rock School at Bedok Community Centre is pretty hard to miss with its splash of pink, blue and yellow. It’s home to an indoor air-conditioned bouldering wall and a 7-metre high outdoor climbing wall for kids aged 2-14 years old. You’ll be able to climb it rain or shine because the outdoor wall is sheltered.

The wall isn’t too tall, and is the perfect height for kiddos to dip their toes into the climbing scene. You can also have a birthday party for your kids here which will include a party host and instructors. Alternatively, children aged 4 years and up, and adults can head to The Rock School’s other outlet at Our Tampines Hub, which offers routes that are more challenging. Newbies can look forward to climbing sessions led by an instructor available once every few hours.

13-metre Spaceship Wall at the Tampines outletImage credit: The Rock School

There are also a wide range of classes such as private coaching for both adults and children. Prices for entry start from as low as $10 for members who drop by between 11am and 2pm on weekdays, inclusive of gears. You can see the full list of prices here.

Best rock climbing gyms in Singapore

Conquering a wall and getting to the top is a feeling unlike any other. Aside from that, you’ll be burning a whooping 600-900 calories rock climbing compared to the 500 calories you’ll burn running for an hour. And with plenty of routes and walls to conquer, you can be sure that 1 hour won’t be enough.